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Immune system changes in pregnant women place the women themselves, their unborn children, and their newborns at increased risk of foodborne illness. These illnesses can be worse during pregnancy and may lead to miscarriage or premature delivery. Some foodborne illnesses, such as Listeria and Toxoplasma gondii, can infect the fetus even if the mother does not feel sick.

You’re in your 30s! Find out what steps you can take to be healthier with this checklist from the Office on Women’s Health.

You’re in your 20s! Find out what steps you can take to be healthier with this checklist from the Office on Women’s Health.

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection that can be passed to your baby. It is easy to treat with medicine in the early stages. Learn about syphilis from the Office on Women’s Health.

Learn about sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, and breastfeeding from the Office on Women’s Health.

Prenatal care is the health care you get while you are pregnant. Learn more about what happens during prenatal visits from the Office on Women’s Health.

If you think you may be pregnant, taking a pregnancy test can help you get the care and support you need. Learn about pregnancy tests from the Office on Women’s Health.

Reaching a healthy weight can help you get pregnant and improve your chances of a healthy pregnancy and baby.

An HIV diagnosis does not mean you can’t have children. Learn what steps to take before and during pregnancy to prevent passing HIV to your baby.

If you’ve been raped, get medical help. You may need medicine to prevent infection or a possible pregnancy.